South Central Reporter

45.8 percent of Palmer residents between 16 and 65 years old were unemployed in 2018, according to data obtained from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The percentage of unemployed residents was greater than the statewide total of 34.7 percent for this demographic group. In 2018 the total Palmer population reached 168.

Out of 91 people who had a job, all belonged to the civilian labor force.

The total unemployment numbers include residents of all ages who are not working.

Employment status	Number of people	Percentage of population
Not employed	77	45.8
Employed	91	54.2
Employed in civilian labor force	91	54.2
Employed in armed forces	0	0